2004 Mini Cooper vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 340 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 2011 BMW 123 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 2011 BMW 123. 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini Cooper | 2011 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Mini | BMW |
| Model | Cooper | 123 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
