2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2013 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 393 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mini |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1695 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
