2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (128 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mini | Suzuki |
| Model | Cooper | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
