2006 Rover 45 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 24 kg more than 2006 Rover 45. 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 Rover 45 (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Rover 45 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Rover | Mini |
Model | 45 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |