2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Because 2010 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cooper | T5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
