2005 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2002 Mini Cooper. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2002 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 325 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
