2009 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2009 BMW 530 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 530 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 530. 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper. 2009 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW 530 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | BMW | Mini |
Model | 530 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 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 | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |