2012 BMW X3 vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW X3 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Roadster. (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Roadster.
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2012 BMW X3 | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
Make | BMW | Mini |
Model | X3 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |