2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2003 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Zafira 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 Vauxhall Zafira are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mini Cooper (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm). This means 2002 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 2003 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Mini | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cooper | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| 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 | 163 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
