2009 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 3850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 188 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper. 2006 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Focus | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1303 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |