1992 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (224 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 82 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Escort is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort 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, 1992 Ford Escort (304 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Escort | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1307 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
