2004 Mini Cooper vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 846 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Quest 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 Quest | |
Make | Mini | Nissan |
Model | Cooper | Quest |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |