2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2003 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Terrano II.
Because 2003 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, 2003 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2003 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
