2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (281 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | GT | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
