2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper. 2001 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 2002 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2002 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mini Cooper | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Mini | Honda |
Model | Cooper | S-MX |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 190 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |