1996 Ford Galaxy vs. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 489 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman.
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, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (241 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Galaxy | 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Galaxy | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
