2006 Mini Cooper vs. 1997 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 280 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.
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, 1997 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 1997 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Mini | Dodge |
| Model | Cooper | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
