2005 Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, both 2005 Mini Cooper and 2005 Nissan Terrano II were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 525 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mini Cooper | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Mini | Nissan |
Model | Cooper | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 197 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |