MINI Cooper vs. Ford Mustang Review

Performance
Regarding horsepower, the Mustang packs quite a wallop and will knock the MINI down a few rungs. On the flip side, keep in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With their comparable turning circles, the Ford Mustang and the MINI likely handle almost the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Ford has a more sizeable engine than the Cooper. Bear in mind that smaller engines typically get better gas mileage, but a smaller engine usually has to work a little harder. Torque is roughly equivalent to acceleration, and in this respect, the Ford Mustang is tremendously more powerful than the MINI Cooper. The MINI Cooper could learn a lesson or two from the Mustang with respect to torque.

Utility
The Mustang and the MINI can accommodate the same number of passengers.

Convenience
You will definitely have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Ford Mustang than with the Cooper.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the MINI Cooper offers a bit more head room than the Ford Mustang, there honestly isn't much of a difference. The ampler interior dimensions of the MINI Cooper make it considerably more spacious for your passengers than the Ford Mustang.

Dimensions
The Mustang is tremendously heavier than the MINI. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Mustang than the MINI Cooper because of its larger tank. The Cooper fits in smaller parking spaces than the Ford Mustang. The Cooper's shorter wheelbase will likely give a more agile feel in daily traffic. On the other hand, the Ford Mustang is likely to have a smoother, more stable ride.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The MINI Cooper is significantly cheaper to get to the dealership than the Ford Mustang. The Ford Mustang will tax your gasoline budget tremendously more than the MINI Cooper will. The Ford Mustang consumes a lot of gasoline compared to the MINI Cooper. The MINI Cooper is substantially less costly than the Ford Mustang as far as MSRP. The Ford Mustang will cost you a lots_of_money in gas every year compared to the MINI.

Warranty
The basic warranty that comes with the Ford isn't quite as generous as the MINI's.