2005 Holden Vectra vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Holden Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Vectra weights approximately 235 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Vectra | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Holden | Mini |
| Model | Vectra | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2466 mm |
