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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 6250 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 113 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 (240 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). 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 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
