2012 Mini Cooper Countryman vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, both 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman and 2012 Audi Q5 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (237 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (181 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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. 2012 Audi Q5 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. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Mini | Audi |
| Model | Cooper Countryman | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 237 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1788 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1562 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2596 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
