2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 740 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Nissan | Mini |
| Model | Pathfinder | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
