2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman. 2002 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman has manual transmission. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | 6 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
