2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 658 kg more than 2009 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | Punto | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |