2005 Buick Rainier 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 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 632 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.
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 Rainier (374 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Buick | Mini |
Model | Rainier | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 47 L |