2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 60 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 (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mini Cooper | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Mini | Ford |
Model | Cooper | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |