2006 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 31 kg more than 2008 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 Hyundai Accent (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mini |
| Model | Accent | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
