2000 Mercury Mystique vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 7 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Mystique. 2007 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercury Mystique has manual transmission. 2000 Mercury Mystique will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Mystique | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mercury | Mini |
Model | Mystique | Cooper |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |