2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2006 Mini Cooper and 2006 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Saab 03-Sep (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mini Cooper | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Mini | Saab |
Model | Cooper | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 74.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |