2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
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 Roadster (279 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (221 Nm). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 6 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1391 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
