2004 Mini Cooper vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 7 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. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1138 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mini Cooper | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mini | Nissan |
Model | Cooper | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 525 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2283 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |