2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Vue. (170 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 610 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Vue. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Vue. 2008 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2009 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2009 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Mini | Saturn |
| Model | Cooper | Vue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
