2006 BMW 330 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 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 330 (411 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | BMW | Mini |
Model | 330 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |