2005 Fiat Seicento 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 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 (220 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 2006 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Seicento 2006 Mini Cooper
Make Fiat Mini
Model Seicento Cooper
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1108 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 53 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 2750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 220 Nm
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 85.8 mm
Top Speed 150 km/hour 222 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.5 seconds 7.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1125 kg
Vehicle Length 3330 mm 3660 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.2 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 50 L


 

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