2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 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 Mazda 6 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 6 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 6 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |