2009 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 269 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Accord | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |