2001 Mini One vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (169 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 529 kg more than 2001 Mini One. 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mini One | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mini | Volvo |
| Model | One | V70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
