2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, both 2006 Mini Cooper and 2006 BMW 530 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper. 2006 BMW 530 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. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mini Cooper | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Mini | BMW |
Model | Cooper | 530 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |