2012 Mini Cooper Roadster vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 353 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
Model | Cooper Roadster | Golf |
Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3734 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2466 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |