2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (320 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Mini | Volvo |
| Model | Cooper | V50 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
