2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2011 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2011 Dacia Logan is newer by 3 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Logan weights approximately 65 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 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2011 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Mini | Dacia |
| Model | Cooper | Logan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
