2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Colorado | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
