2006 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper

To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo 147.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Alfa Romeo 147 2010 Mini Cooper
Make Alfa Romeo Mini
Model 147 Cooper
Year Released 2006 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 1850 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1325 kg 1225 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 3713 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1684 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1407 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2466 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 50 L


 

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