2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 535 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano 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 (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
