2007 BMW 525 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 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 525 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
