2009 Ford Bantam 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 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Ford Bantam. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 489 kg more than 2009 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Bantam. 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Bantam | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Bantam | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 181 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |