2004 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mini Cooper would be higher. Both 2004 Mini Cooper and 2010 Nissan Qashqai are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 297 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper.
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, 2010 Nissan Qashqai (160 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mini Cooper | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Mini | Nissan |
Model | Cooper | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2004 | 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 | 115 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |