2005 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 159 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
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 Mazda 6 (260 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 6 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
