2000 Holden Astra vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 108 kg more than 2000 Holden Astra. 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, 2000 Holden Astra (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Astra | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Holden | Mini |
| Model | Astra | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2467 mm |
