2010 Lexus IS vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lexus IS would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 420 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper. 2010 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2011 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2011 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lexus IS | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lexus | Mini |
| Model | IS | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 416 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2731 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
