2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 99 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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mini Cooper | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
Model | Cooper | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |