2002 Mini One vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2002 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 1022 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 CX-09 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini One. 2013 Mazda CX-09 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. 2013 Mazda CX-09 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini One | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Mini | Mazda |
| Model | One | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
