2011 Lexus IS vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Lexus IS would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 330 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus IS (502 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. 2011 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus IS | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Lexus | Mini |
| Model | IS | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 416 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1415 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
