2011 Mini Cooper Countryman vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman and 2011 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 509 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. 2011 GMC Sierra 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. 2011 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Mini | GMC |
| Model | Cooper Countryman | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1562 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2596 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 129 L |
