2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick LeSabre would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 277 kg more than 2013 Mini 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, 2004 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Buick | Mini |
| Model | LeSabre | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1993 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
