2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000.
Because 2007 Honda S2000 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 2007 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda S2000 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | S2000 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1432 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2547 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |