2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (371 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | Cooper | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 285 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 | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
