2006 Mini One vs. 2006 Volkswagen Pickup

To start off, both 2006 Mini One and 2006 Volkswagen Pickup were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini One (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini One should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.

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 One (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Pickup.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Mini One 2006 Volkswagen Pickup
Make Mini Volkswagen
Model One Pickup
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 132 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.8 mm 77.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 185 km/hour 165 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.9 seconds 12.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3630 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 60 L


 

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