1998 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Mini Coupe. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Coupe weights approximately 61 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 (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (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 Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Focus | Coupe |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3728 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1378 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |