2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cooper | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
