2006 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 263 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2013 Mini Roadster (279 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic 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. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Civic | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1391 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
