2004 Mini Cooper vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 375 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V 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, 2001 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper. 2001 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2004 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2004 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini Cooper | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mini | Honda |
| Model | Cooper | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1745 mm |
