2004 Mini Cooper vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini Cooper weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. 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, 2004 Mini Cooper (149 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini Cooper | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Mini | Smart |
| Model | Cooper | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
