2002 Mini One vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 11 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 343 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini One | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Mini | Mazda |
| Model | One | 3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
