2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2011 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i10 is newer by 5 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 84 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i10. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 219 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i10. 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i10. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 2011 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Mini | Hyundai |
| Model | Cooper | i10 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
