2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2002 Proton Saloon
To start off, both 2002 Mini Cooper and 2002 Proton Saloon were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mini Cooper (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Saloon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mini Cooper (210 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm). This means 2002 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 2002 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Mini | Proton |
| Model | Cooper | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
