2007 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Countryman 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, 2007 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (281 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 530 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
