2009 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Espace weights approximately 574 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. 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 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. 2009 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Espace | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Renault | Mini |
| Model | Espace | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
