2011 Mini Cooper Countryman vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
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 Volkswagen T5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen T5 would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 922 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Because 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Mini | Volkswagen |
Model | Cooper Countryman | T5 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1562 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2596 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |