2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. Both 2006 Mini Cooper and 2004 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 33 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
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 (255 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mini | Toyota |
| Model | Cooper | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
