2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 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 1,598 cc, 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Because 2009 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mini Cooper (255 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | RX-8 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
