2006 Lancia Phedra 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 Lancia Phedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lancia Phedra would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Phedra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 509 kg more than 2013 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 Lancia Phedra (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper. 2006 Lancia Phedra has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lancia Phedra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Phedra | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lancia | Mini |
| Model | Phedra | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
