2009 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 616 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman has manual transmission. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mini |
| Model | SRX | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 47 L |
