2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda 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, 2012 Fiat Panda 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 (261 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Mini | Fiat |
Model | Cooper | Panda |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |