2005 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 329 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo V70 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Volvo | Mini |
| Model | V70 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
