2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 167 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mini |
Model | Passat | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1552 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |