2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara

To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 403 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 2008 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2008 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mini Cooper 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Make Mini Suzuki
Model Cooper Grand Vitara
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 2393 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 151 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.8 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.6:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1578 kg
Vehicle Length 3630 mm 4501 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1811 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1684 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2639 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.2 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 66 L


 

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