2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2006 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 2006 Mini Cooper and 2006 Opel Tigra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 118 more horse power than 2006 Opel Tigra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Tigra weights approximately 20 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 (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Tigra. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mini Cooper | 2006 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Mini | Opel |
Model | Cooper | Tigra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6950 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 80.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |