2001 Mini One vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mini One would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mini One (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mini One should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 281 kg more than 2001 Mini One.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mini One. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mini One. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mini One | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
| Model | One | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
