2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini Cooper would be higher. Both 2007 Hyundai Accent and 2006 Mini Cooper are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 157 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Accent. 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 Cooper (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mini |
| Model | Accent | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
