2012 Mini Cooper Countryman vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 395 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.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. 2004 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mini | Porsche |
| Model | Cooper Countryman | 911 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4107 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1562 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2596 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
