2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 90 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mini Cooper | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Mini | Honda |
Model | Cooper | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |