2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac STS would be higher.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac STS. 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, 2006 Cadillac STS (428 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac STS | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mini |
| Model | STS | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
