2004 Mini One vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mini One would be higher. Both 2004 Mini One and 2007 Opel Astra are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Opel Astra (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini One | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | One | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
