2010 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 139 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Elantra. 2010 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman has manual transmission. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai Elantra | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mini |
| Model | Elantra | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 47 L |
