2002 Toyota Mark II vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Mark II. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 330 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Because 2002 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mark II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Mark II. 2002 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Mark II | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Toyota | Mini |
| Model | Mark II | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
