2005 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 2005 BMW 325 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 2005 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 325 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
