2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 214 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
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2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
Model | Equinox | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |