2006 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 256 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
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, 2006 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Roadster. (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Roadster. 2006 Honda Accord 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. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | Accord | Roadster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |