2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (393 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Jeep | Mini |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 47 L |
