2004 Ford Puma 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 Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,678 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Ford Puma. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Ford Puma. 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 Coupe (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Puma. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Puma | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Puma | Cooper Coupe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1678 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |