2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper 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. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper.
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, 2007 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mini | Mini |
| Model | Cooper | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
