2003 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 290 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 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche 996 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Porsche | Mini |
| Model | 996 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
