2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2002 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 2002 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mini |
| Model | Terracan | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
