2006 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mini Roadster (279 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 325 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1391 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
