2001 Holden UTE vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden UTE would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden UTE weights approximately 205 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Because 2001 Holden UTE 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 2001 Holden UTE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2001 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2001 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Holden UTE | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Holden | Mini |
Model | UTE | Cooper |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2466 mm |