2009 Ford Escape vs. 1962 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mini Countryman would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 312 kg more than 1962 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1962 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1962 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Escape | 1962 Mini Countryman | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Escape | Countryman |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2140 mm |