1997 Toyota Avensis vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 255 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini 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, 2013 Mini Countryman (281 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
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1997 Toyota Avensis | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
Make | Toyota | Mini |
Model | Avensis | Countryman |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 0 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4133 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1549 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2595 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |