2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 225 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 (260 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mini |
| Model | Passat | 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 | 170 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
