2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 111 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mini Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Mini | Hyundai |
| Model | Cooper | i30 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
