2006 Ford Escape vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster weights approximately 21 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Escape | Cooper Roadster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1600 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |