2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2005 Mini One
To start off, 2005 Mini One is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini One should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini One weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mini One, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Honda Vamos (149 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini One. (140 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini One. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 2005 Mini One has manual transmission. 2005 Mini One will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 2005 Mini One | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Vamos | One |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
