2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 391 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper. 2003 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Mustang | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Mustang | Cooper |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |