2003 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 268 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
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, 2009 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Accord | Cooper |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |