1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 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, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti QX4 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mini |
| Model | QX4 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
