2007 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
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 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saab 03-Sep | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Saab | Mini |
| Model | 03-Sep | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |
