2006 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Dodge | Mini |
Model | Ram | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 3724 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |