2008 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2013 Mini Coupe. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 415 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touran | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mini |
| Model | Touran | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1378 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
