2002 Ford Ka vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 124 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
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 Ford Ka (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Ka | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Ka | Cooper |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |