2006 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 308 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V. 2006 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | CR-V | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |