2011 Mini Cooper Countryman vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Altima. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 189 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Mini | Nissan |
| Model | Cooper Countryman | Altima |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1562 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2596 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 76 L |
