2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 7 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
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 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 6 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1993 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
