2006 Ford Five Hundred 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 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 257 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. 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 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Five Hundred | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |
