2001 Volvo V70 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo V70 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 319 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volvo V70 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Volvo | Mini |
| Model | V70 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
