2002 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. 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, 2002 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Focus | Cooper |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |