2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1591 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | E-350 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
