2008 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 2 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 229 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper. 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, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Accord | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |