2005 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (117 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 465 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Terrano II | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Nissan | Mini |
| Model | Terrano II | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1387 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2466 mm |
