2001 Mazda CU-X 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 Mazda CU-X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda CU-X would be higher. At 1,970 cc, 2001 Mazda CU-X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Mazda CU-X. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda CU-X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda CU-X weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 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, 2001 Mazda CU-X (240 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda CU-X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda CU-X | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | CU-X | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1596 cc |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1125 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
