2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 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 2008 Mini Cooper are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (240 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mini | Mini |
| Model | Cooper | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| 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 | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
