2006 Opel Corsa 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 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (90 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 405 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Opel | Mini |
| Model | Corsa | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
