2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Ford C-MAX. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 111 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford C-MAX | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | C-MAX | Cooper |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |