2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 16 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2013 Mini Roadster (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Colorado | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
