2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1994 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1994 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Safrane weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (261 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 1994 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Mini | Renault |
Model | Cooper | Safrane |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |