2008 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Highlander would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 94 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Countryman 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Highlander | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Toyota | Mini |
| Model | Highlander | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 47 L |
