2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 99 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion. 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 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Fusion | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
