2009 Bentley Azure 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 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Bentley Azure would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1217 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Azure. 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, 2009 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 636 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Azure | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Bentley | Mini |
| Model | Azure | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 47 L |
