2012 Mini Cooper Countryman vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 99 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. 2010 Ford Mondeo 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. 2010 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Mini | Ford |
| Model | Cooper Countryman | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1900 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 | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1562 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2596 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 59 L |
