2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 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 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 6 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 6 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |