2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mini Cooper would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mini | Volvo |
| Model | Cooper | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2097 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2776 mm |
