2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (447 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Suburban | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2470 mm |
