2009 Hyundai Sonata 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 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
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 Hyundai Sonata (228 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mini |
| Model | Sonata | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4107 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 47 L |
