2011 BMW 128 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 BMW 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 128 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 128 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 128. 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, 2013 Mini Countryman (281 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 128 | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | 128 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4361 mm | 4133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1412 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 47 L |
