2005 Mini Cooper vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 260 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 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mini Cooper | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
Model | Cooper | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |