2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. Both 2009 Mini Cooper and 2000 Vauxhall Zafira are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 267 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, both vehicles can yield 150 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 2000 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Mini | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cooper | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| 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 | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
