2000 Ford Contour vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper 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, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 123 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper 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 | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Contour | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| 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 | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
