2002 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 355 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 2013 Mini Cooper 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 2013 Mini Cooper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper 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 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Accord | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
