2006 Mazda 3 vs. 2002 Mini One
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mini One would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 3 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2002 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mazda 3 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 2006 Mazda 3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mini One, 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, 2006 Mazda 3 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 3 | 2002 Mini One | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 3 | One |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1597 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
