2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Focus weights approximately 65 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 2011 Ford Focus | |
Make | Mini | Ford |
Model | Cooper | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |