2011 Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 419 kg more than 2011 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, 2012 Ford Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper. 2012 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2011 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2011 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mini Cooper | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Mini | Ford |
| Model | Cooper | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3729 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1684 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1407 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2466 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
