1998 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Statesman weights approximately 260 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 1998 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper. 1998 Holden Statesman 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. 1998 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Holden Statesman | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Holden | Mini |
Model | Statesman | Cooper |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2467 mm |