2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 265 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper.
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 Opel Vectra (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Vectra | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Opel | Mini |
Model | Vectra | Cooper |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |