2005 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
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, 2005 Ford Focus (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Focus | Cooper |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |