2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2002 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cooper | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
