2009 BMW 125 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman

To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 125 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 129 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.

Because 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman 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 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 125 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
Make BMW Mini
Model 125 Cooper Countryman
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 181 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 1455 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1788 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1562 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2596 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 47 L


 

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