2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Because 2007 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper. 2007 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2006 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mini | Volvo |
| Model | Cooper | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
