2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1965 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1965 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1965 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1769 kg more than 1965 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mini Countryman. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1965 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1965 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 GMC Acadia | 1965 Mini Countryman | |
Make | GMC | Mini |
Model | Acadia | Countryman |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2140 mm |