2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2005 Ford Explorer and 2005 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Explorer | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Explorer | Cooper |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 149 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |