2001 Mini One vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 10 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2001 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2001 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti EX weights approximately 681 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.
Because 2011 Infiniti EX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Infiniti EX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mini One, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mini One. 2011 Infiniti EX 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. 2011 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mini One | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Mini | Infiniti |
| Model | One | EX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
