1999 Buick Century vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Century weights approximately 135 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, 1999 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. 1999 Buick Century 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. 1999 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Century | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Buick | Mini |
| Model | Century | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
