2003 Mini One vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mini One. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mini One would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 784 kg more than 2003 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mini One. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mini One. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mini One | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | One | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 84 L |
