2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 381 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent. 2003 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman has manual transmission. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mini |
| Model | Accent | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
