2009 BMW 120 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2009 BMW 120 and 2009 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 2009 BMW 120 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 2009 BMW 120. 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (261 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2009 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | BMW | Mini |
Model | 120 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |