2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 301 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Countryman 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, 2013 Mini Countryman (240 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Toyota | Mini |
| Model | Corolla | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
