2004 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (193 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 346 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 2004 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | BMW | Mini |
Model | 525 | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3957 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2548 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |