2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1630 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 2012 Ford E-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Mini | Ford |
| Model | Cooper | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 255 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |
