2005 Mini One vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2005 Mini One and 2005 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (179 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 394 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini One. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini One. 2005 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mini One has manual transmission. 2005 Mini One will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mini One | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Mini | Volvo |
Model | One | S60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |