2007 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 23 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. 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, 2007 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Focus | Cooper |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3713 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |