1997 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 247 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Because 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Pontiac | Mini |
Model | Trans Sport | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 47 L |