2011 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Nubira would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 200 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Nubira | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Nubira | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
