2006 Mini One vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini One would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 517 kg more than 2006 Mini One. 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini One. 2010 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2006 Mini One has manual transmission. 2006 Mini One will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini One | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Mini | Honda |
| Model | One | Element |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4328 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
