2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (148 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 315 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
