2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1998 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 Nissan Primera. 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 1998 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Mini | Nissan |
Model | Cooper | Primera |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |