2012 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 370 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea. 2008 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mini Cooper | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mini | Seat |
Model | Cooper | Altea |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3734 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1414 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2466 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |