2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2006 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. Both 2007 Mini Cooper and 2006 Volkswagen Lupo are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 237 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2006 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cooper | Lupo |
| 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 | 168 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
