2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mini Cooper would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 6.
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, 2007 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 6 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
