2008 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | BMW | Mini |
Model | 330 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |