2008 Mini Cooper vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 3 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), 2011 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 36 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
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, 2008 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper | Versa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
