2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2008 Mini Cooper and 2008 Volkswagen Sharan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 625 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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 Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
Model | Cooper | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |