2006 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Civic | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 85 mm |
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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |