2001 Opel Zafira 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 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Zafira | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Opel | Mini |
| Model | Zafira | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4107 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |
