2009 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 2 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. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mini Cooper. 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2007 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2007 Mini Cooper 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Escape | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
