2005 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1280 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.
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, 2008 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mini Cooper | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
