2005 Mini Cooper vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 447 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.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 will offer significantly more control. 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 V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper. 2003 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2005 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mini | Volvo |
| Model | Cooper | V70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
