1999 Opel Zafira vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 180 kg more than 2011 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 Opel Zafira (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Zafira | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Opel | Mini |
Model | Zafira | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4107 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |