2004 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (193 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 371 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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, 2013 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 525 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
