2011 Mini Cooper Countryman vs. 2007 Opel Signum
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Signum would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Opel Signum. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Signum weights approximately 150 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Signum. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Signum. 2007 Opel Signum 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. 2007 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | 2007 Opel Signum | |
Make | Mini | Opel |
Model | Cooper Countryman | Signum |
Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1562 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2596 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |