2005 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 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 (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (192 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Civic | Cooper |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1432 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2547 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |