2000 Volkswagen Microbus vs. 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 2,552 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 365 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman.
Because 2000 Volkswagen Microbus 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 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Microbus | 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mini |
| Model | Microbus | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3957 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2548 mm |
