2011 Mini Cooper vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper.
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, 2011 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 2011 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2011 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mini Cooper | 2001 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cooper | Magna |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3729 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1407 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2466 mm | 2730 mm |
