2005 Infiniti M vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 2005 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2007 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2007 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mini |
| Model | M | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
