2005 Mini One vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mini One would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2005 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 430 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.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mini One. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini One. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini One. 2007 Porsche 911 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. 2007 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini One | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | One | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
