2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Porsche | Mini |
Model | 911 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |