2003 Lexus GX 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 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GX weights approximately 939 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 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX 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, 2003 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus GX | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lexus | Mini |
| Model | GX | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2467 mm |
