2007 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mini Cooper would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Mini Cooper. (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper 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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Mini | Mini |
| Model | Cooper | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2596 mm |
