2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2002 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Because 2001 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera (291 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm). This means 2001 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper. 2001 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Cooper | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
