2010 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 16 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Cobalt | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
