2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mini Cooper would be higher. 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 87 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Mini | Hyundai |
Model | Cooper | i10 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3565 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1595 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |