2006 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Mini One
To start off, both 2006 BMW X3 and 2006 Mini One were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 719 kg more than 2006 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mini One. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X3 | 2006 Mini One | |
Make | BMW | Mini |
Model | X3 | One |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |