2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2008 Mini Cooper and 2008 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. 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 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper. 2008 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2008 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2008 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mini Cooper | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Mini | Saab |
Model | Cooper | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 59 L |