2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 610 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, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (261 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper. 2006 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 2009 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2009 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Mini | Renault |
Model | Cooper | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 261 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |