2009 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 56 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Lacetti (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Lacetti | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4107 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
