2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo 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. Both 2002 Mini Cooper and 2003 Renault Kangoo are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (151 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper. 2003 Renault Kangoo 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. 2003 Renault Kangoo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
