2004 Suzuki Aerio vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Aerio weights approximately 12 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Aerio | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mini |
| Model | Aerio | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
