2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
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 Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 81 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Mini | Nissan |
Model | Cooper | Xterra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |