2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1284 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Dodge | Mini |
Model | Ram | Cooper |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 240 Nm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 50 L |