2006 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,308 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Highlander | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Toyota | Mini |
Model | Highlander | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3308 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4107 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |