2009 BMW 335 vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 335 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1604 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
