2009 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini 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, 2013 Mini Countryman (281 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Accord | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
