2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster 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 Saab 05-Sep (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mini | Saab |
| Model | Cooper | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
