2003 Volvo V50 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper. 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Volvo V50 | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Volvo | Mini |
Model | V50 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2524 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |