2009 BMW 120 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 120 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Because 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper 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 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | BMW | Mini |
Model | 120 | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 47 L |