2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (144 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 319 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 (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Mini | Saturn |
Model | Cooper | Vue |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |