1999 Ford Contour vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 267 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. 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, 1999 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper. 2005 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Contour | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Contour | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |
