1999 Volvo S80 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo S80 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S80. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volvo S80 | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Volvo | Mini |
| Model | S80 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3957 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
