2009 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 2009 BMW 525 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 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 525 (251 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 525 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
