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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Zafira weights approximately 100 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (220 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
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 | 1994 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4110 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 |