2013 Ford E-Series vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, both 2013 Ford E-Series and 2013 Mini Roadster were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 224 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
Because 2013 Ford E-Series 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 2013 Ford E-Series. 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 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Roadster. (279 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Roadster. 2013 Ford E-Series 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. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2013 Ford E-Series | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | E-Series | Roadster |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 3758 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2085 mm | 1391 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 150 L | 50 L |