2002 GMC Envoy vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 885 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy 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, 2002 GMC Envoy (448 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. 2002 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Envoy | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | GMC | Mini |
| Model | Envoy | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2596 mm |
