2007 Acura RDX vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RDX would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Acura | Mini |
| Model | RDX | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2547 mm |
