2008 Infiniti M vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti M would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 158 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M.
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 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mini |
| Model | M | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 47 L |
