2006 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 186 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Focus | Cooper |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |