2005 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (225 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 519 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
Make | BMW | Mini |
Model | 525 | Cooper Roadster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |