2009 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Optra and 2009 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 86 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
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, 2009 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Optra.
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2009 Chevrolet Optra | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
Model | Optra | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |