2011 Mini Cooper Countryman vs. 2012 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2012 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Laguna weights approximately 45 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, 2012 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Laguna 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 | 2012 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Mini | Renault |
Model | Cooper Countryman | Laguna |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2596 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |