2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Focus | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |