2011 Audi Q5 vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi Q5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi Q5 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman. 2011 Audi Q5 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. 2011 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q5 | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Audi | Mini |
| Model | Q5 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1993 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1654 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 47 L |
