2005 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 317 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 (255 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (190 Nm). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Accord | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
