2009 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 319 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Focus | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2548 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |