2008 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,189 cc, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 900 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.
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 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Cayenne | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Porsche | Mini |
| Model | Cayenne | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 47 L |
