2008 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Mini One
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mini One would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 314 kg more than 2003 Mini One. 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, 2008 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2003 Mini One | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Civic | One |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
