2002 Vauxhall Vectra 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 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Vauxhall Vectra | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Vauxhall | Mini |
Model | Vectra | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2596 mm |