2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element 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 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper. 2010 Honda Element 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 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Mini | Honda |
| Model | Cooper | Element |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2576 mm |
