2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Qashqai would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
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, 2009 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
