2002 Mini One vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2002 Mini One is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Brevis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Brevis would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Brevis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Brevis (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2002 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Brevis should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Brevis weights approximately 510 kg more than 2002 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Brevis is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Brevis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mini One, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Toyota Brevis (280 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Brevis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini One. 2001 Toyota Brevis has automatic transmission and 2002 Mini One has manual transmission. 2002 Mini One will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Brevis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini One | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | One | Brevis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
