2001 Mini One vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mini One would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2001 Mini One. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2001 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 888 kg more than 2001 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mini One. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mini One. 2004 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2001 Mini One has manual transmission. 2001 Mini One will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mini One | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | One | Quest |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1938 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
