2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 160 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mini | Renault |
Model | Cooper | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |