2003 Mini One vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mini One would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 554 kg more than 2003 Mini One. 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, 2003 Mini One (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. 2012 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2003 Mini One has manual transmission. 2003 Mini One will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mini One | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Mini | Ford |
| Model | One | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
