2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Ranger | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
