2009 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mini Cooper would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 525 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |
