2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 5 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
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, 2013 Mini Coupe (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 6 | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | 6 | Coupe |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1600 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3758 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1385 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |