2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 2005 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Mini | Rover |
| Model | Cooper | 25 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
