2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Because 2010 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2010 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm). This means 2010 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper. 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mini Cooper | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Mini | Subaru |
Model | Cooper | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 335 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2748 mm |