2003 Mini One vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mini One would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 847 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.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mini One. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mini One | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Mini | Chevrolet |
| Model | One | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 426 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
