2009 Nissan NP300 vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan NP300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan NP300 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 187 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
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, 2013 Mini Roadster (279 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan NP300 | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Nissan | Mini |
| Model | NP300 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1391 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
