1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 19 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
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, 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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. 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Mini |
Model | Cutlass | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 47 L |