2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 300 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 2006 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Nissan | Mini |
| Model | 350Z | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
