2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2006 Proton Satria

To start off, both 2006 Mini Cooper and 2006 Proton Satria were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Proton Satria. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Proton Satria.

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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Proton Satria.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mini Cooper 2006 Proton Satria
Make Mini Proton
Model Cooper Satria
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.8 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 222 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.7 seconds 13.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 3660 mm 3910 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2450 mm


 

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