1999 Honda S-MX 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 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX 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, 1999 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda S-MX | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Honda | Mini |
Model | S-MX | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4107 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2596 mm |