2004 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 69 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (133 Nm). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Civic | Cooper |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1226 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |