2010 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 172 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mini |
| Model | Tiguan | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1687 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
