2007 Mazda 5 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 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 5 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 5 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 5 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
