2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2006 Mini Cooper and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mini Cooper | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Mini | Suzuki |
Model | Cooper | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6950 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |