2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mini Cooper | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Mini | Nissan |
Model | Cooper | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |