2004 Mini One vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge 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 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2004 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1411 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 Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini One. 2010 Ford Edge 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 Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini One | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Mini | Ford |
| Model | One | Edge |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |
