2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 128 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.
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, 2010 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mini Cooper | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Mini | Nissan |
Model | Cooper | Cube |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1268 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |