2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa.
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 (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Mini | Opel |
Model | Cooper | Corsa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1684 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |