2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 753 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 Trans Sport (283 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
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2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
Model | Trans Sport | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 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 | 0 HP |
Torque | 283 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |