2004 Mini Cooper vs. 2003 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Crown (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Crown weights approximately 439 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 2003 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Crown (328 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mini Cooper | 2003 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Cooper | Crown |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 71 L |