2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Porsche | Mini |
| Model | 911 | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 473 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 47 L |
