2007 Volvo V50 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo V50 | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Volvo | Mini |
| Model | V50 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2519 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
