2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 170 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Tacoma | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Toyota | Mini |
| Model | Tacoma | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
