1998 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 15 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 13 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 21 kg more 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, 1998 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Focus | Cooper |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1426 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2547 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |