2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1007 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Express | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
