1999 Mazda MPV 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 MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda MPV would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda MPV weights approximately 380 kg more than 2013 Mini 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 Mazda MPV (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda MPV | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | MPV | Countryman |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1993 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2595 mm |
