2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
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 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Mini | Opel |
| Model | Cooper | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
