2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2013 Mini Cooper

To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 566 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, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Nissan Frontier 2013 Mini Cooper
Make Nissan Mini
Model Frontier Cooper
Year Released 2004 2013
Body Type Pickup Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3278 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 121 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 334 Nm 160 Nm
Engine Bore Size 91.1 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 85 mm
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1831 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 5540 mm 3961 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1892 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1426 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2547 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 50 L


 

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