2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 163 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Mini | Mazda |
Model | Cooper | 3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1378 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |