2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito. (120 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 701 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Mini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cooper | Vito |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 17.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |
