2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Proton Gen
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
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 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 2007 Proton Gen | |
| Make | Mini | Proton |
| Model | Cooper | Gen |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
