1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2010 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2010 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Ford F-250 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | F-250 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3713 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2466 mm |