2000 Ford Contour vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 177 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Contour | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Contour | Cooper Roadster |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |