2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 7 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 2009 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper. 2009 Toyota Tundra 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. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Cooper | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
