2005 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 378 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda.
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, 2013 Mini Countryman (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2013 Mini Countryman has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mini Countryman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Fiat | Mini |
| Model | Panda | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 47 L |
