2011 Mini Cooper Countryman vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 2 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 26 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Mini | Jeep |
| Model | Cooper Countryman | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1562 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2596 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |
