2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 359 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Nissan | Mini |
| Model | X-Trail | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
