2006 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus RX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 265 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. 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, 2006 Lexus RX (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lexus | Mini |
| Model | RX | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
