2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,261 cc, 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 6 | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 6 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1600 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |