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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 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 236 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
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 | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |