2001 Mini One vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mini One would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2001 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mini One. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mini One | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Mini | BMW |
Model | One | X1 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |