2007 Opel Zafira 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 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 288 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Zafira | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Opel | Mini |
Model | Zafira | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4107 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |