2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Element weights approximately 279 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.
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, 2011 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 2011 Honda Element | |
Make | Mini | Honda |
Model | Cooper | Element |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |