2005 Mini Cooper vs. 2003 Mini One
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 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 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini Cooper weights approximately 205 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.
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 Mini One (180 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm). This means 2003 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 2003 Mini One | |
| Make | Mini | Mini |
| Model | Cooper | One |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
