2007 Jeep Commander vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman

To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. 2007 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Jeep Commander 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
Make Jeep Mini
Model Commander Cooper Countryman
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type SUV Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3700 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 181 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2410 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1788 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1562 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2596 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 47 L