2006 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2006 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1279 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2006 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2006 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
Model | GL | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |