2011 Nissan Quest vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Quest would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 501 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Countryman 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (281 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Quest | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Nissan | Mini |
| Model | Quest | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1981 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1971 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 47 L |
