2005 Mini One vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 8 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 241 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, 2013 Acura ILX (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini One. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini One | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Mini | Acura |
| Model | One | ILX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
