2001 Mazda CU-X vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda CU-X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda CU-X would be higher. At 1,970 cc, 2001 Mazda CU-X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Mazda CU-X. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda CU-X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda CU-X weights approximately 5 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, 2001 Mazda CU-X (240 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (154 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda CU-X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. 2001 Mazda CU-X has automatic transmission and 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman has manual transmission. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mazda CU-X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda CU-X | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Mazda | Mini |
Model | CU-X | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1600 cc |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 154 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1340 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |