2009 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 661 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 Saab 05-Sep. 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, 2009 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (281 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman. 2009 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saab 05-Sep | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Saab | Mini |
| Model | 05-Sep | 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 | 260 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
