2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Aveo 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 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. 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 (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Aveo | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
