2009 Mini Cooper S Convertible Automatic vs. 2009 Mini Cooper Convertible
To start off, both 2009 Mini Cooper S Convertible Automatic and 2009 Mini Cooper Convertible were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2009 Mini Cooper S Convertible Automatic and 2009 Mini Cooper Convertible are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper S Convertible Automatic (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper Convertible. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper S Convertible Automatic should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper S Convertible Automatic weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper Convertible. 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 Mini Cooper S Convertible Automatic (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper Convertible. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper S Convertible Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper Convertible. 2009 Mini Cooper S Convertible Automatic has automatic transmission and 2009 Mini Cooper Convertible has manual transmission. 2009 Mini Cooper Convertible will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mini Cooper S Convertible Automatic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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| 2009 Mini Cooper S Convertible Automatic | 2009 Mini Cooper Convertible | |
| Make | Mini | Mini |
| Model | Cooper | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
