2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Mini | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Cooper | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |
