2011 Mini Cooper Countryman vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
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 Tata Sumo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Tata Sumo would be higher. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 415 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo 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, 2007 Tata Sumo 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Mini | Tata |
| Model | Cooper Countryman | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1562 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2596 mm | 2425 mm |
