2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 400 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Cooper | Avensis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |