2003 Smart Roadster vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Because 2003 Smart Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Smart Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Smart Roadster | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Smart | Mini |
Model | Roadster | Cooper |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1432 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2547 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |