2011 Nissan Qashqai 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 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Qashqai would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 201 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Qashqai | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Nissan | Mini |
Model | Qashqai | Cooper |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.1 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |