2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fusion weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. 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, 2010 Ford Fusion (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper. 2008 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Mini | Ford |
| Model | Cooper | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
