2006 BMW 120 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 120 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 2006 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 120 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 120 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 120 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
