2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2008 Mini Cooper and 2008 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Mini | Nissan |
Model | Cooper | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |