2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2010 Opel Corsa 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Opel Corsa. (87 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Corsa weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
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, 2008 Mini Cooper (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 2010 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mini | Opel |
Model | Cooper | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.3:1 |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 46 L |