2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 53 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 3 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3713 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
