2011 BMW X6 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW X6 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 920 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper. 2011 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 BMW X6 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | BMW | Mini |
Model | X6 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1983 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |