2006 Acura TL vs. 2004 Mini One
To start off, 2006 Acura TL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mini One would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2004 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura TL weights approximately 535 kg more than 2004 Mini One. 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 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura TL | 2004 Mini One | |
| Make | Acura | Mini |
| Model | TL | One |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
