1999 Lotus Esprit vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (349 HP) has 168 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (181 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 610 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1999 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (351 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman. (240 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lotus Esprit | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Lotus | Mini |
Model | Esprit | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 181 HP |
Torque | 351 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2548 mm |