2006 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 294 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Exige. (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Exige | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Lotus | Mini |
Model | Exige | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 50 L |