2006 Alfa Romeo GT 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 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (208 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 390 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo GT | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
Model | GT | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 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 |
Torque | 305 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3713 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |