2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 85 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
Model | GT | Cooper |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6950 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |