2001 Mini One vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mini One would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2001 Mini One. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2001 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 24 kg more than 2001 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mini One. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mini One. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mini One. 2012 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2001 Mini One has manual transmission. 2001 Mini One will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mini One | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | One | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
