2006 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 228 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Toyota | Mini |
Model | Corolla | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |