1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mondeo | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Mondeo | Cooper |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3713 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |