2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (827 Nm) has 678 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Mini | Dodge |
| Model | Cooper | Ram |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 4080 mm |
