2001 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 485 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 2001 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | AC | Mini |
| Model | Aceca | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
