2001 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Subaru Forester | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Subaru | Mini |
| Model | Forester | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 123 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2596 mm |
