1997 Ford Ranger vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ranger. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Ranger weights approximately 260 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Because 1997 Ford Ranger 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 1997 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe, 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, 1997 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ranger | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Ranger | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1378 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2467 mm |
