2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,552 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (225 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 995 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 1994 Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Mini | Rover |
| Model | Cooper | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
