2007 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 153 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
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, 2013 Mini Coupe (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Opel | Mini |
| Model | Astra | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
