2011 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,968 cc, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 3 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mini Cooper | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cooper | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3729 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1404 mm |
