2004 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 635 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 GMC Yukon (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. 2004 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 GMC Yukon | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | GMC | Mini |
Model | Yukon | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2596 mm |