2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 435 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mini Cooper | 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cooper | Diamante |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |