2002 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman 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 90 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
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 (289 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (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 Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Accord | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1993 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
