2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tata Nano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tata Nano 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 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Nano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Mini | Tata |
| Model | Cooper | Nano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 37 L |
