1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 575 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Nissan | Mini |
Model | Patrol | Cooper |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1415 mm |