2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 243 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. 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 Mondeo (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Mondeo | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
