2006 Mini Cooper vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 6 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1420 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 2012 Nissan NV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan NV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini Cooper | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper | NV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 106 L |
