2009 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 2 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, 2009 BMW 320 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 2009 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 BMW 320 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2009 BMW 320 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. 2009 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 320 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
