2011 Mini Cooper vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 155 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6. 1997 Xedos 6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2011 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Xedos 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mini Cooper | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Mini | Xedos |
| Model | Cooper | 6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3729 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2466 mm | 2620 mm |
