2005 Mini Cooper vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 79 kg more than 2005 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 Mini Cooper (221 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Mini | Ford |
| Model | Cooper | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
