2010 Mini Cooper vs. 2011 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2011 Renault Scenic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Scenic (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Scenic weights approximately 5 kg more than 2010 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, 2011 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mini Cooper | 2011 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3698 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1407 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2466 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
