2011 Opel Combo 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 Combo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Opel Combo would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2011 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Combo.
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 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Opel Combo | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Opel | Mini |
Model | Combo | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 47 L |