2005 Mini Cooper vs. 1999 Pontiac Salsa
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Salsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Salsa (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Salsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Salsa weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 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, 1999 Pontiac Salsa (203 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 1999 Pontiac Salsa | |
| Make | Mini | Pontiac |
| Model | Cooper | Salsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
