2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Ranger | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 50 L |
