2007 BMW 118 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 118 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 118 (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 118 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 2007 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2007 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 118 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
