1998 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 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. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (135 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus.
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, 2007 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (162 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Focus | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
