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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 297 kg more than 2006 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 Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
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 | 1997 cc | 1604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |