2010 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1358 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe. 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Roadster. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Roadster. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Roadster has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Tahoe | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2553 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1895 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 50 L |
