2004 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mini Countryman (240 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 325 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
