2006 Mini One vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 5 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 130 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, 2006 Mini One (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini One | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mini | Honda |
| Model | One | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
