2005 Subaru Baja 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 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Baja would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 100 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
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 (281 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Baja | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Subaru | Mini |
| Model | Baja | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
