2007 Mazda B4000 vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mazda B4000 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. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B4000 (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Because 2007 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B4000 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, 2007 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper. 2006 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda B4000 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda B4000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B4000 | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | B4000 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
