2012 Mini Cooper Coupe vs. 2001 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Vectra weights approximately 140 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. 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, 2001 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. 2001 Holden Vectra has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | 2001 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Mini | Holden |
| Model | Cooper Coupe | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3729 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1387 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2466 mm | 2650 mm |
