2007 Mazda 2 vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 2 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
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, both vehicles can yield 160 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 2 | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 2 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1378 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
