2005 Mini Cooper vs. 2001 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche GT2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche GT2 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche GT2 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 2001 Porsche GT2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 Porsche GT2 (621 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper. 2005 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche GT2 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche GT2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 2001 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | Cooper | GT2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
