2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2008 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Corsa weights approximately 465 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Corsa | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Opel | Mini |
Model | Corsa | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |