2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2009 Ford Mondeo and 2009 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (281 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper. 2009 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Mondeo | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 9.2 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 | 1495 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
