2004 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2004 BMW 325 and 2004 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 403 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 BMW 325 (245 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 325 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
