2006 Ford Territory vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Territory would be higher. 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 63 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 51 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
Because 2006 Ford Territory is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper. 2006 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 2011 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2011 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Territory | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
