2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, both 2002 Mini Cooper and 2002 TVR T 350 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Because 2002 TVR T 350 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 TVR T 350. 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 TVR T 350 (393 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm). This means 2002 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Mini | TVR |
| Model | Cooper | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
