2003 Mini One vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Mini One is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 227 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Mini One (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mini One | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
| Model | One | Golf |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
