2004 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki XL7 | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mini |
| Model | XL7 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
