2005 Mini Cooper vs. 1993 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Serena (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Serena weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 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, 1993 Nissan Serena (169 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm). This means 1993 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 1993 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper | Serena |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
