2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Mini One
To start off, 2005 Mini One is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2005 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1385 kg more than 2005 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mini One. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini One. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini One. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Mini One | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Silverado | One |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6599 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2560 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2480 mm |
