2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2009 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (183 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Mondeo | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
