2006 BMW 645 vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2006 BMW 645 and 2006 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 621 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Because 2006 BMW 645 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 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 645 (450 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (255 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 645 | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 645 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
