2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,505 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 14 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.
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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (237 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
