2009 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2009 BMW 330 and 2009 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 2009 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 330 (315 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 330 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
