2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 500 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (255 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Focus | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
