2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M 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, 2012 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper. 2012 Infiniti M 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. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Mini | Infiniti |
Model | Cooper | M |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |