2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 119 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Ford Focus (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Focus | Cooper |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |