2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mini Cooper | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Mini | Mazda |
Model | Cooper | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 330 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |