2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster weights approximately 166 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | CR-V | Cooper Roadster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |