2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 827 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.
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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper. 2010 GMC Acadia 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. 2010 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Mini | GMC |
| Model | Cooper | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
