2009 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 3 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 570 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper. 2006 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord 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:
2009 Honda Accord | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Accord | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |