2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Mini | Suzuki |
Model | Cooper | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |