2003 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 945 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 2003 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, 2003 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, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | X5 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |
