2007 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 190 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.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Skoda | Mini |
| Model | Octavia | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4107 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
