2007 Acura TL vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TL would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 205 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Roadster. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Roadster. 2007 Acura TL 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. 2007 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Acura | Mini |
| Model | TL | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
