2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2002 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 231 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 2002 Nissan Pickup 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 2002 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pickup. 2009 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 2002 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Mini | Nissan |
Model | Cooper | Pickup |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2960 mm |