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 64 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 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. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 16 kg more than 2010 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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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 | 1560 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 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 | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3713 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |