2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper. 2012 Porsche Panamera 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. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | Cooper | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2920 mm |
