2008 Honda Fit vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 165 kg more 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit. 2006 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Fit 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:
2008 Honda Fit | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Fit | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |