2006 Mini One vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, 2008 Volvo C30 is newer by 2 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 2,519 cc, 2008 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C30 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C30 weights approximately 231 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, 2008 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini One | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Mini | Volvo |
| Model | One | C30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2519 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
