2012 Ford Fusion vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2012 Ford Fusion and 2012 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 392 kg more than 2012 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. 2012 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2012 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:
| 2012 Ford Fusion | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Fusion | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 181 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
