2000 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 208 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 300 kg more than 2011 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2011 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2011 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mini |
| Model | Verada | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2466 mm |
