2003 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 241 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Accord | Cooper |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |