2010 BMW 535 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 820 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 535 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 2010 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper. 2010 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 BMW 535 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | BMW | Mini |
Model | 535 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |