2009 BMW 328 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Because 2009 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 328 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | BMW | Mini |
Model | 328 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |