2005 Honda Pilot vs. 1962 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1962 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman. 2005 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1962 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1962 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Pilot | 1962 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Pilot | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2140 mm |
