2007 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,799 cc, 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 15 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Civic | Cooper |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1600 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1426 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2547 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |