2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan 1400 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 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 2006 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1397 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
