2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 309 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Mini | Ford |
Model | Cooper | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 136 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |