2000 Lexus LX vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus LX weights approximately 1315 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lexus LX 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, 2000 Lexus LX (435 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus LX | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lexus | Mini |
| Model | LX | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
