2004 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 8 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Focus | Cooper |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |