2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster weights approximately 58 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
Model | Colorado | Cooper Roadster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |