2011 Opel Antara vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Opel Antara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Opel Antara would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 420 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Opel Antara | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Opel | Mini |
Model | Antara | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2404 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |