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. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 563 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | Accord | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4133 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |
