2009 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 2009 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 325 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 189 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
