2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 159 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
Model | Cooper | Touran |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |