2005 Mini Cooper vs. 2002 Tata Safari
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Tata Safari (136 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Tata Safari weights approximately 815 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 2002 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 Tata Safari (181 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm). This means 2002 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mini Cooper | 2002 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mini | Tata |
Model | Cooper | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 181 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |