2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2007 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Fiat Panda | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | Panda | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |