2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos 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 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 380 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 Volkswagen Eos (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper. 2010 Volkswagen Eos 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 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cooper | Eos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
