2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 Frontier. 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper. 2009 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
