2001 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Because 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer significantly more control. 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 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Saab 05-Sep | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Saab | Mini |
Model | 05-Sep | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 47 L |