2006 Mini One vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini One would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 331 kg more than 2006 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini One. (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini One | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mini | Volvo |
| Model | One | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
