2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2009 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Renault Espace 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Espace weights approximately 600 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, 2009 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper. 2009 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2008 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2008 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2009 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
