2009 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | BMW | Mini |
Model | 335 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1600 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |