2009 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 1 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 20 kg more than 2008 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 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Focus | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |