2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 501 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1996 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1996 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
