2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 260 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mini | Renault |
Model | Cooper | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.3:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |