2002 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper. 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Magna | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mini |
| Model | Magna | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
