2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (158 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1140 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol 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 2007 Nissan Patrol. 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Mini | Nissan |
Model | Cooper | Patrol |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 135 L |