2006 Mazda MPV vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MPV (200 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (181 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda MPV weights approximately 436 kg more than 2012 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 MPV (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MPV | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | MPV | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1600 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
