2006 Fiat Croma vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Because 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Croma | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Fiat | Mini |
Model | Croma | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |