2009 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 255 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Accord | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |