2006 Smart ForFour 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 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher.
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, 2013 Mini Countryman (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Smart | Mini |
| Model | ForFour | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 47 L |
