2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3.
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, 2009 Mazda 3 (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 3 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 3 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |