2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2011 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mini Cooper would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 2011 Infiniti G25 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 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, 2011 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2011 Infiniti G25 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. 2011 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2011 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Mini | Infiniti |
| Model | Cooper | G25 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1773 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
