2007 Mini Cooper vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 227 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper.
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, 2007 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mini Cooper | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Mini | Nissan |
Model | Cooper | Versa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |