2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Mini | Ford |
| Model | Cooper | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2788 mm |
