2006 Fiat Doblo 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 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Doblo | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| 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 | 1360 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
