2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 248 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
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 Pontiac Grand Am (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Coupe has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mini |
| Model | Grand Am | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
