2011 Volvo V50 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V50 weights approximately 333 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, 2011 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper. 2011 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo V50 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Volvo | Mini |
| Model | V50 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4521 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1458 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
