2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Astra weights approximately 425 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, 2010 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (261 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 2010 Opel Astra | |
Make | Mini | Opel |
Model | Cooper | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |