2002 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Mini One
To start off, 2003 Mini One is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 460 kg more than 2003 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mini One. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mini One. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2003 Mini One has manual transmission. 2003 Mini One will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2003 Mini One | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Accord | One |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
