2005 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick LeSabre would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 171 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Countryman will offer significantly more control. 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 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Buick | Mini |
| Model | LeSabre | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
