2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Cooper | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 13.8 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 | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
