2009 Mazda 3 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 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 3 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 70 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 Mazda 3. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 3 | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 3 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
