2008 Rover 45 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 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover 45 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 (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Rover 45. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Rover 45 | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Rover | Mini |
Model | 45 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1180 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |