2008 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 168 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
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, 2008 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-150 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | F-150 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
