2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 665 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 1997 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 1997 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Cooper | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2290 mm |