2007 Ford Maverick vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Maverick weights approximately 290 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Maverick 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, 2007 Ford Maverick 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, 2007 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Maverick | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Maverick | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
