2011 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 159 kg more than 2012 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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Jetta | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mini |
Model | Jetta | Cooper |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |