2011 Mini Cooper Countryman vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 530 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Because 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada 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. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Mini | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cooper Countryman | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1562 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2596 mm | 2730 mm |
