2005 Chevrolet Tracker 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 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Tracker would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Tracker 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 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tracker | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Tracker | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
