2008 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 11 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mini |
Model | Golf | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3713 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |