2006 Nissan Primera vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 103 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Primera | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Nissan | Mini |
Model | Primera | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |