2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 680 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (320 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1387 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
