2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Holden Frontera

To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Frontera would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.

Because 2005 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Frontera 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, 2005 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2005 Holden Frontera has automatic transmission and 2007 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2007 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Holden Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mini Cooper 2005 Holden Frontera
Make Mini Holden
Model Cooper Frontera
Year Released 2007 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 173 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 1600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Length 3630 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2710 mm


 

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