2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Magnum would be higher. At 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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 Dodge Magnum (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. 2006 Dodge Magnum has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Dodge Magnum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Dodge | Mini |
| Model | Magnum | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
