2001 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 955 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper. 2001 BMW X5 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. 2001 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | X5 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |
