2009 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 419 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Escape | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 47 L |
