2004 Holden Barina 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 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Barina. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Barina | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Holden | Mini |
| Model | Barina | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4107 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2596 mm |
