2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, both 2002 Mini Cooper and 2002 Lincoln LS were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Because 2002 Lincoln LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Lincoln LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lincoln LS (278 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm). This means 2002 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper. 2002 Lincoln LS 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. 2002 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Mini | Lincoln |
| Model | Cooper | LS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
