2005 Mazda MX-Flexa 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 Mazda MX-Flexa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa would be higher.
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, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Roadster. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Roadster. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Roadster has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | MX-Flexa | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2467 mm |
