1998 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 176 kg more than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Rasheen | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Nissan | Mini |
| Model | Rasheen | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4107 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2596 mm |
