2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 8 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper. 2010 Buick Lucerne 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. 2010 Buick Lucerne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Mini | Buick |
| Model | Cooper | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2936 mm |
