2005 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 525 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman has manual transmission. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota Sienna 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
Make Toyota Mini
Model Sienna Cooper Countryman
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Minivan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3298 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 230 HP 181 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 328 Nm 240 Nm
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1980 kg 1455 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1788 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1562 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2596 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.2 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 47 L


 

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