2012 Mini Cooper Countryman vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac BLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac BLS would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 250 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
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, 2007 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. 2007 Cadillac BLS 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. 2007 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Mini | Cadillac |
| Model | Cooper Countryman | BLS |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1562 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2596 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
