2005 Mini Cooper vs. 2002 Mitsubishi SUP
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi SUP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi SUP would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi SUP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi SUP (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi SUP should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi SUP weights approximately 875 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.
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, 2002 Mitsubishi SUP (240 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm). This means 2002 Mitsubishi SUP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper. 2002 Mitsubishi SUP has automatic transmission and 2005 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2005 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mitsubishi SUP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 2002 Mitsubishi SUP | |
| Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cooper | SUP |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
