2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 522 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 2010 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Mini | Infiniti |
| Model | Cooper | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| 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 | 0 HP | 303 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
