2007 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 320 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
