2008 Renault Trafic 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 Renault Trafic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Trafic would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Trafic weights approximately 635 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Trafic | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Renault | Mini |
Model | Trafic | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2240 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |