2012 Mini Cooper Roadster vs. 2013 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2013 Toyota Matrix is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Matrix (156 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 285 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Matrix is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Matrix 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, 2013 Toyota Matrix (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. 2013 Toyota Matrix 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. 2013 Toyota Matrix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | 2013 Toyota Matrix | |
Make | Mini | Toyota |
Model | Cooper Roadster | Matrix |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3734 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1389 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2466 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |