2006 Ford Territory vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2006 Ford Territory 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 3,982 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Territory weights approximately 19 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.
Because 2006 Ford Territory is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory 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, 2006 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Territory | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
