2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna.
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 Renault Laguna (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mini Cooper | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mini | Renault |
Model | Cooper | Laguna |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |