2009 Acura RDX vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura RDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura RDX would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Acura RDX.
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, 2009 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (281 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman. 2009 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura RDX | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Acura | Mini |
| Model | RDX | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
