2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 686 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | GMC | Mini |
| Model | Canyon | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 47 L |
