2006 Mazda 3 vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini Cooper weights approximately 96 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3. 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, 2005 Mini Cooper (151 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 3 | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 3 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 151 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |