2007 Volvo C70 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C70 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 481 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volvo C70 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo C70 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Volvo | Mini |
| Model | C70 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
