2002 Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (222 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 211 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, 2002 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Mondeo | Cooper |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 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 | 1506 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |