2004 Mini One vs. 2010 Ford E-250
To start off, 2010 Ford E-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mini One would be higher. At 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-250 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2004 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-250 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2004 Mini One. 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, 2010 Ford E-250 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini One. 2010 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2004 Mini One has manual transmission. 2004 Mini One will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini One | 2010 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Mini | Ford |
| Model | One | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
