2009 Renault Laguna vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Laguna.
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 Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Laguna | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Renault | Mini |
| Model | Laguna | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
