2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 747 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
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 Volvo X670 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Mini | Volvo |
| Model | Cooper | X670 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2815 mm |
