2013 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, both 2013 Mercedes-Benz S and 2013 Mini Countryman were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 562 kg more than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Countryman 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (385 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mini |
| Model | S | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5226 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1479 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
