2009 BMW 535 vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Because 2009 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 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 535 (407 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (221 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 535 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
