2010 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Cadillac CTS would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 511 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Because 2010 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Roadster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Roadster. (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mini |
| Model | CTS | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
