1999 Mazda Activehicle vs. 2013 Mini Countryman

To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Activehicle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Activehicle would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Activehicle weights approximately 112 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.

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 Mazda Activehicle (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Activehicle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman. 1999 Mazda Activehicle has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mazda Activehicle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Mazda Activehicle 2013 Mini Countryman
Make Mazda Mini
Model Activehicle Countryman
Year Released 1999 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 0 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 85 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1458 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1996 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1561 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2595 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 47 L


 

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