2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mini |
| Model | 156 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4107 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
