2002 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Accord | Cooper |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |