2006 Honda Element vs. 1962 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1962 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1962 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1962 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1962 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Element | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 846 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2140 mm |
