2005 Mini One vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2005 Mini One is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. Both 2005 Mini One and 2001 Vauxhall Astra are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 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, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini One. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini One | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Mini | Vauxhall |
| Model | One | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
