2002 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mustang weights approximately 187 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mustang (529 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mustang | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Mustang | Cooper |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |