1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 4 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
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 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Prelude | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
