1997 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen 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 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (160 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Rasheen | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Nissan | Mini |
Model | Rasheen | Cooper |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1837 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2466 mm |