2003 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer (176 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mini |
| Model | Lancer | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2467 mm |
