2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 251 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mini |
| Model | Tiguan | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
