2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2008 Mini Cooper and 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 936 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
Model | Cooper | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |