2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2003 Panoz Esperante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Because 2003 Panoz Esperante 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 2003 Panoz Esperante. 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, 2003 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mini | Panoz |
| Model | Cooper | Esperante |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| 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 | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
