2005 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 23 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 (160 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (133 Nm). This means 2013 Mini Roadster 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 Roadster | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Civic | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
