2005 Mini Cooper vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (464 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 804 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 2013 Dodge CHARGER. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Mini | Dodge |
| Model | Cooper | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
