2006 Honda FR-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 FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 311 kg more than 2012 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 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda FR-V | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | FR-V | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 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 | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |