2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper. 2006 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mini Cooper | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Cooper | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |