2005 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 36 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. 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 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mini |
| Model | Sharan | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
