2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 Traverse (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse has automatic transmission and 2009 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2009 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Traverse | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
