2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 196 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Roadster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Roadster. (279 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Corvette | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1391 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
