2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 172 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Volkswagen | Mini |
Model | Tiguan | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2596 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |