2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2002 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2002 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mini Cooper (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm). This means 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2002 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mini |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
