2005 Toyota Matrix vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Matrix would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Matrix (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Matrix is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Matrix will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Matrix (161 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Matrix | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Toyota | Mini |
| Model | Matrix | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
