2004 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 119 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Focus | Cooper |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 7.1 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 | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |