2001 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 147 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Civic | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
