2005 Ford Focus 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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 88 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
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, both vehicles can yield 160 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Focus | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1378 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
