2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Rover Streetwise
To start off, both 2008 Mini Cooper and 2008 Rover Streetwise 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 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Rover Streetwise. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
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 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 2008 Rover Streetwise | |
Make | Mini | Rover |
Model | Cooper | Streetwise |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |