2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 351 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Mini | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cooper | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
