2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. Both 2007 Mini Cooper and 2005 Opel Astra are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper.
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 Mini Cooper (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Cooper | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
