2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 4 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 113 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2012 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Mini | Hyundai |
| Model | Cooper | Accent |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4369 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1699 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
