2007 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Mini One
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mini One would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 398 kg more than 2003 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mini One. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mini One. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2003 Mini One | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Accord | One |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
