2003 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Focus would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Roadster weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Ford Focus.
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, 2013 Mini Roadster (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Focus | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
