2009 Nissan GT-R vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan GT-R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan GT-R would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (480 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 257 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan GT-R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan GT-R | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Nissan | Mini |
| Model | GT-R | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3799 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
