2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (168 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Cooper | Aygo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |