2009 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Outback | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Subaru | Mini |
| Model | Outback | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
