2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 11 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 235 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (178 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Mondeo | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |
