2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 170 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Mini | Mazda |
Model | Cooper | 2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1349 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |