2004 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1011 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Dodge Ram (407 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Dodge | Mini |
| Model | Ram | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2466 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 47 L |
