2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 2007 BMW 318 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 2007 BMW 318. 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 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318. 2007 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2009 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 2007 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Mini | BMW |
| Model | Cooper | 318 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
