2001 Mazda 323 vs. 2002 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2002 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mini Cooper (163 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 323. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 323.
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, 2002 Mini Cooper (210 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 323. (109 Nm). This means 2002 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 323 | 2002 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 323 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
