2006 Ford Escape 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 Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 420 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape. 2006 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Ford Escape | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Escape | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |