2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer would be higher. 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 29 more horse power than 2013 Mini Coupe. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 115 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Explorer | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 50 L |
