2002 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Wrangler (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 55 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.
Because 2002 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2002 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Wrangler | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Jeep | Mini |
| Model | Wrangler | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4107 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 47 L |
