2006 Dacia Logan 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 Dacia Logan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dacia Logan would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Dacia Logan. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 Dacia Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dacia Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dacia Logan | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Dacia | Mini |
Model | Logan | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |