2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 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 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mini | Porsche |
Model | Cooper | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |