2005 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Civic | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1993 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
