2001 Mini One vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 is newer by 5 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 2,345 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mini One.
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, 2006 Volvo V50 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mini One. 2006 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2001 Mini One has manual transmission. 2001 Mini One will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mini One | 2006 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Mini | Volvo |
| Model | One | V50 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2345 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
