2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 477 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 2009 Suzuki SX4 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, 2009 Suzuki SX4 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 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Mini | Suzuki |
Model | Cooper | SX4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |