2002 Mini One vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mini One would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 205 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.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini One. 2010 Toyota Corolla 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. 2010 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Mini One 2010 Toyota Corolla
Make Mini Toyota
Model One Corolla
Year Released 2002 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 1245 kg
Vehicle Length 3630 mm 4539 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1466 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2601 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 50 L