2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 899 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.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mini Cooper | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Mini | Chevrolet |
Model | Cooper | Silverado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1604 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3022 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |