2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2010 Fiat Sedici is newer by 2 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Sedici (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 275 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.
Because 2010 Fiat Sedici 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, 2010 Fiat Sedici 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, 2010 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2010 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Mini | Fiat |
| Model | Cooper | Sedici |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
