1998 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Mini One
To start off, 2001 Mini One is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 204 kg more than 2001 Mini One. 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, 1998 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2001 Mini One | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Focus | One |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.4:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
