2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1995 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1995 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 310 kg more than 1995 Renault Twingo. 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 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 1995 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Cooper | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
