2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Dacia Sandero
To start off, both 2008 Mini Cooper and 2008 Dacia Sandero were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Dacia Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 104 kg more than 2008 Dacia Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 2008 Dacia Sandero | |
Make | Mini | Dacia |
Model | Cooper | Sandero |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1111 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |