2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo. 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 (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo. 2003 Toyota Echo 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. 2003 Toyota Echo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Cooper | Echo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6950 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
