2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2006 Mini Cooper and 2006 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 6 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mini Cooper | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
Model | Cooper | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |