2009 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 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, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 325 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 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 | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3957 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
