2006 Mazda 3 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 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,999 cc, 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3.
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, 2008 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 3 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1598 cc |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |