2011 Scion xD 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 Scion xD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Scion xD would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 264 kg more than 2011 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Scion xD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Scion xD | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
| Make | Scion | Mini |
| Model | xD | Cooper Countryman |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3929 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1725 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1509 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2461 mm | 2596 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |
