2001 Mazda 323 vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 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), 2004 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (115 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 323. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 323 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Mini Cooper (149 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 323. (109 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 323 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
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 | 115 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 149 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |