2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S
vs
2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S

VS

2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base
2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base Difference
Name S Base
Price $ 36,600 $ 31,600
Body Convertible Convertible
Doors 2 Doors 2 Doors 0 (0%)
Engine 1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve 1.6L L4 SOHC 16-valve
Power 181 hp @ 5500 rpm 115 hp @ 6000 rpm
Number of Seats 4 Seats 4 Seats 0 (0%)
Transmission 6-speed manual transmission 5 speed manual transmission
Cargo Space 170.0 L 120.0 L 50 (29%)
Maximum Cargo Space 660.0 L 605.0 L 55 (8%)
Wheel Type 16'' alloy wheels 15'' alloy wheels
Series
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Horsepower 181 HP 115 HP 66 (36%)
Torque 198 N.m 125 N.m 73 (37%)
Top Speed 208 km/h 178 km/h 30 (14%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 7.8 s 10.7 s 2.9 (37%)
Fuel Type
Fuel Consumption (City) 7.7 L/100km 9.1 L/100km 1.4 (18%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 5.6 L/100km 6.6 L/100km 1 (18%)
Gear Type manual manual
Weight 1,275 KG 1,225 KG
Brand MINI MINI
Model Cooper Cooper
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 15.5 s 17.8 s 2.3 (15%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 148.3 km/h 129.1 km/h 19.2 (13%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 25.7 s 29.5 s 3.8 (15%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 166.9 km/h 145.4 km/h 21.44 (13%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

vs Specifications

Comfort and Convenience

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with auxiliary input jackYes
Air ConditionningAutomatic climate controlAir conditioning
Driver Vanity MirrorDriver-side vanity mirrorIlluminated driver vanity mirror
Front WipersRain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipersVariable intermittent wipers
Heated Washer NozzleHeated washer fluidHeated winshield washer nozzles
Illuminated EntryIlluminated entry with fade-outIlluminated entry with theatre dimming
Interior Air FilterCabin air filterInterior air microfilter
Navigation System (Option)YesYes
Passenger Vanity MirrorFront passenger-side vanity mirrorIlluminated passenger vanity mirror
Power Door LocksYesYes
Power WindowsPower windows with front one-touch down featureYes
Premium Sound System (Option)Harman/Kardon surround sound systemHarman/Kardon Hi Fi System
Reading LightFront reading lightsFront reading lamps
Rear View MirrorDay/night rear view mirrorDay/night rear view mirror
Rear View Mirror (Option)Auto-dimming rear view mirrorAuto dimming rear view mirror
Single CDCD playerCD/MP3 player
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and telescopic steering wheelTilt steering wheel
Trunk LightCargo area lightYes
Wiper Defroster (Option)Power windshield defrosterElectric front window defroster

Dimensions

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base
Cargo Capacity170 L120 L
Curb Weight1275 kg1225 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity50 L50 L
Height1414 mm1415 mm
Length3723 mm3635 mm
Maximum Cargo Capacity660 L605 L
Wheelbase2467 mm2467 mm
Width1683 mm1688 mm

Exterior Details

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base
Door HandlesChrome door handlesChrome door handles
Exterior Decoration (Option)Black roof and mirror capsWhite bonnet stripes
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color outside mirrorsBody-color exterior mirrors
GrilleBlack grilleChrome grille
Headlight TypeBi-xenon headligjhtsXenon headlights
Heated Exterior MirrorsHeated outside mirrorsYes
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrorsYes

Interior Details

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base
ClockDigital clockDigital clock
Folding Rear Seats50/50-split folding rear bench seat50/50 rear split folding bench
Front Seats Driver HeightHeight-adjustable driver's seatHeight adjustable driver seat
Front Seats Front Seat TypeSport bucket front seatsFront bucket seats
Instrumentation TypeAnalog instrumentationAnalog instrumentation
Luxury Dashboard Trim (Option)Piano black interior trimChrome interior trim
Number of Cup Holders3 cupholders3 cup holders
Seat Trim (Option)Punch LeatherCloth seats
Special FeatureStainless Steel pedalsCooled and illuminated glovebox
Special Feature (Option)Lounge LeatherCockpit chrono with On-board computer
Steering Wheel TrimLeather-wrapped steering wheelLeather-wrapped steering wheel
TachometerYesYes

Mechanical

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base
Drive TrainFront-wheel driveFront-wheel drive
Engine Name1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 SOHC 16-valve
Stability Control (Option)YesYes
Traction ControlYesYes
Transmission6-speed manual transmission5 speed manual transmission
Transmission (Option)6-speed automatic transmission with manual modeContinuously variable transmission with manual mode

Overview

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base
BodyConvertibleConvertible
Doors22
Engine1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve1.6L L4 SOHC 16-valve
Fuel Consumption7.7 (Manual City)5.6 (Manual Highway)9.1 (Automatic City)6.6 (Automatic Highway)8.6 (Manual City)6.1 (Manual Highway)
Power181 hp @ 5500 rpm115 hp @ 6000 rpm
Seats44
Transmission6-speed manual transmission5 speed manual transmission
WarrantiesBumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 48/Months Powertrain80000/km, 48/Months Roadside AssistanceUnlimited/km, 48/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 144/MonthsBumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 48/Months Powertrain80000/km, 48/Months Roadside AssistanceUnlimited/km, 48/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 144/Months

Safety

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base
Anti-Lock BrakesAnti-lock brakesStd
Anti-Theft AlarmAlarm systemAnti-theft alarm system
Brake Type4-wheel disc4 wheel disc
Driver AirbagDriver-side front airbagDriver side front airbag
Electronic brake force distributionElectronic brake force distrbutionElectronic brake force distribution
Ignition DisableTheft-deterrent engine immobilizerEngine immobilizer
Parking Distance SensorRear park distance sensorPark Distance Control
Passenger AirbagPassenger-side front airbagPassenger side front airbag
Side AirbagFront side airbagsSeat mounted side airbags

Suspension and Steering

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S 2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base
Front SuspensionIndependent front suspensionFront independent suspension
Front TiresP195/55R16P175/65R15
Power SteeringSpeed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steeringElectrically assisted speed sensitive rack-and pinion steering
Rear SuspensionIndependent rear suspensionRear independent suspension
Wheel Type16'' alloy wheels15'' alloy wheels
Wheel Type (Option)17'' Web spoke alloy wheels16'' alloy wheels (Style 92)

2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S

The 2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S is a Front-wheel drive Convertible. It can accommodate up to 4 passengers. It has 2 Doors and is powered by a 1.6L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve engine which outputs 181 hp @ 5500 rpm and is paired with 6-speed manual transmission gearbox. The 2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S has cargo capacity of 170 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1275 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers Rear park distance sensor and. Safety features also include Driver-side front airbag and Passenger-side front airbag. The front suspension is Independent front suspension while the rear suspension is Independent rear suspension. The car also features a It has 16'' alloy wheels as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 198 N.m of torque and a top speed of 208 km/h. The 2011 MINI Cooper Convertible S accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 7.8 seconds and hits quarter mile at 15.5 seconds. Fuel consumption is 7.7 L/100km in the city and 5.6 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 36,600

2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base

The 2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base is a Front-wheel drive Convertible. It can accommodate up to 4 passengers. It has 2 Doors and is powered by a 1.6L L4 SOHC 16-valve engine which outputs 115 hp @ 6000 rpm and is paired with 5 speed manual transmission gearbox. The 2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base has cargo capacity of 120 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1225 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers Park Distance Control and. Safety features also include Driver side front airbag and Passenger side front airbag. The front suspension is Front independent suspension while the rear suspension is Rear independent suspension. The car also features a Yes It has 15'' alloy wheels as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 125 N.m of torque and a top speed of 178 km/h. The 2006 MINI Cooper Cabriolet Base accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 10.7 seconds and hits quarter mile at 17.8 seconds. Fuel consumption is 9.1 L/100km in the city and 6.6 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 31,600


Discussion and Comments

Share Your Comments