2011 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 743 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper. 2011 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Saab 05-Sep | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Saab | Mini |
Model | 05-Sep | Cooper |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1928 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5009 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |