2012 Mini Cooper Countryman vs. 2000 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 240 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Because 2000 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. 2000 Nissan Terrano II has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Terrano II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | 2000 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper Countryman | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1562 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2596 mm | 2660 mm |
