2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Nissan | Mini |
| Model | Patrol | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
