2002 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mini Cooper would be higher. Both 2002 Mini Cooper and 2010 Nissan Qashqai are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mini Cooper (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Qashqai.
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, 2002 Mini Cooper (210 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (160 Nm). This means 2002 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mini Cooper | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
