2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 45 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC. 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 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Mini | Saturn |
| Model | Cooper | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
