2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2006 Mini Cooper and 2006 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1023 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.
Because 2006 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper. 2006 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2006 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mini Cooper | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Mini | Volvo |
Model | Cooper | XC90 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2198 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |